August 21, 2024

City of New York’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services Takes Top Honor

NEW YORK - NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, proudly announces the winners of its 2024 Green Fleet Awards. This prestigious recognition celebrates fleets that have significantly contributed to environmental sustainability.

"We are immensely proud of the strides our winners have made in enhancing fleet sustainability," says Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. "The City of New York’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services, along with other awardees, have set exemplary standards in green initiatives that inspire the entire fleet community."

"We are incredibly honored to be recognized by NAFA as the top green fleet of 2024. This award is a testament to our commitment to sustainability and our ongoing efforts to reduce the environmental impact of New York City’s fleet,” said DCAS Commissioner Louis A. Molina. “As we continue to implement greener technologies, we are proud to lead the way in creating cleaner, healthier futures for all New Yorkers.”

This year's top honor, Top Green Fleet of 2024, was awarded to the City of New York’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services, reflecting its outstanding efforts in reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability within its fleet operations. 

Other notable recognitions include:

• Best Bio-Based Efforts: Prince George’s County, MD
• Best Policies, Procedures, and Long Term Planning: Miami-Dade County, FL ISD Fleet Management
• Most Improved Fleet: Miami Beach, FL
• Best Special Vehicle Project: Hennepin County, MN
• Best Long Term Greening Effort: Cedric Roberts, CAFM – Birmingham, AL
• Mentor of the Year: Michael Duffy, CAFM – University of Virginia

Each winner has demonstrated exceptional innovation and leadership in their respective categories, enhancing their fleet operations while prioritizing environmental stewardship.

The awards were presented at the Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo in Durham, NC, where industry professionals gathered to discuss trends, technologies and practices shaping sustainable fleet management.

Electrification has been a cornerstone of New York City's strategy to green its fleet. Earlier this year, DCAS announced the City’s 5,000th electric vehicle and the installation of its 2,000th electric charger. Beyond electrification, the City’s commitment to biofuels, including biodiesel and hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel (HDRD), has played a pivotal role in reducing fossil fuel dependence and lowering emissions. With over nine million gallons of renewable diesel already in use, New York City leads the East Coast in pioneering sustainable fuel alternatives.

“Thanks to the National Fleet Managers Association (NAFA) for recognizing DCAS and NYC with its national Green Fleet Award,” states DCAS Deputy Commissioner for Fleet Management and Chief Fleet Officer Keith Kerman.  “As a NAFA member, I recognize how critical it is that public and commercial fleets throughout the United States advocate and implement sustainable solutions together.  This is how we will transform the fleet marketplace.  NYC is leading in electric vehicles, charging, hybrids, biofuels and efficiencies.  These paths are available today throughout the nation and will lead to cleaner and more efficient fleets. “

The Green Fleet Awards, open to both government and commercial fleets, underscore the importance of innovative approaches to fleet sustainability across North America. NAFA is committed to supporting the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices. This year’s Green Fleet Awards sponsors include AssetWorks, FuelForce, Pure Forge, NC Clean Energy Technology Center and Toyota.

For more information on the Green Fleet Awards and the full list of this year's winners, please visit https://www.nafa.org/awards/green-fleet-awards/green-fleet-awards-2024/.

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About NAFA Fleet Management Association
NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year.

For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.

About the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 

The NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) makes city government work for all New Yorkers. Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing City agencies with the resources and support needed to succeed, including: 

• Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
• Managing 55 public buildings.
• Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
• Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
• Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
• Leading the City’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

Learn more about DCAS by visiting nyc.gov/dcas and by following us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and listening to the Inside Citywide podcast. 

Media Contacts
Dan Kastanis
Director of Media Relations, Department of Citywide Administrative Services
Dkastanis@dcas.nyc.gov
917.916.5727

Keaveny Hewitt
On behalf of NAFA
khewitt@onwrdupwrd.com
919.622.5276